Category Archives: Fashion

Where I talk about fashion. These are either my day-to-day looks or looks from events or from fashion shoots. This is also where I talk about things that interest me like trends, throwbacks or whatever may come to mind in regards to fashion.

I Stumble On Innocence Sometimes; But There’s Justice While I Wink AtCrimes

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And here am I, ruining a Samuel Butler quote.
[In case you don’t know who he is, he made translated the Illiad and the Odyssey. Thanks, Wikipedia!]


[Gold cardigan: Thirfted| Silk top: Thrifted| Pants: IT Park Christmas Bazaar find| Gold Flats: Old Navy]
Another attempt at dressing like a lady in the office.
As you all know, I’m not particularly lady-like. I have lunch every day with a group of 4 guys namely: Chad, Yong, Jake & Kenny who I will surely miss.
I’m also a cheapskate, I spend less than P50.00 on lunch (on a good day) but it’ll take more than an eight-peso fare to get me to commute.
In a sentence, I just proved that I am indeed very much in touch with my Chinese blood and ironic at the same time.
In my defense, I fall asleep in EVERY JEEP I get on. So I’m just being safe.
Aside from this, a close friend of mine, The Third, shoots almost all my outfit shots for me and we spend a good hour a day smoking our lungs out and having endless conversations.
Then there’s Jedd who I ought to dedicate an entire post to. Soon, Obiwan.
Forgive me for the senti work rant. As mentioned, I am indeed leaving work and these are the people I’m going to miss every day.
Going back to my outfit post and these countless attempts to suppress the inner boy in me, I found that the secret is in floral pants. [That I’m not supposed to wear at work, btw]
They scream of girly-ness and all I have to do is put on a shirt (if I wore pink, I would be pushing it), a cute cardigan and I’m good to go!
I’m pretty sure this would’ve looked good with some chains here and there but I have a work ID so it gets in the way.
Aizilym Ent.
Watch: Fossil| Bracelet: Gift from Ann
Am I a lady yet?
:*
Xx,
Issa

I Come In Peace

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See the resemblance?
It’s uncanny!

[Top: Oxygen| Cosmic leggings: Fashion Diary| Boots: KICKS (SM Department Store)| Spiked headband: Penshoppe]
Dog: Meow
A quick tip to wearing leggings:
No, no to the camel toe!
I fell in love with these leggings, along with all of Fashion Diaries items, the minute I laid eyes on them. Once, I did, I felt like no matter what happens in this world, I HAD to have them- ho hum… AND I FINALLY DO! 😀
My tip for wearing loudly printed legging is to just keep everything else to a minimum. Too much is not always a good thing, keep that in mind, friends!
That’s why I opted to wear a simple black sleeveless top with a sheer back (you can’t really tell its sheer though. Boo) and my favorite boots to bring out that final umpf!
I think the real challenge is being able to wear this look again but I’m looking forward to playing around with a big sweater and some strappy black heels. Oh, to be a woman! J
What do you think of my cosmic leggings?
Xx,
Issa

Long Live Vintage

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Long live vintage purse: Fossil

Coat: Loalde| Silk top: Thrifted| High waist pencil skirt: Maze Hip Zone| Flats: SM Department store]
For the record, I know I’ve over killed these black flats of mine but I swear I’m about to retire these babies. Any suggestions for my soon-to-be-favorite black flats?
I’ve never been over the top when it comes to dressing. I like keeping things simple and my cabinets are overflowing with basic pieces- lots of black, white and jersey. K
So how do I spice up a supposedly dull outfit? With stand out pieces like this brightly colored orange coat!
I really do think it makes a big impact while keeping the whole look chic and classy at the same time. What do you think?
If you’ve noticed I’m not a big fan of chunky jewelry or accessories, for that matter. Necklaces makes me feel suffocated, my face does not look well with dangling earrings, most bracelets don’t fit me and Paolo won’t let me get a tattoo. But one of my staple accessories that I’ve been in love with for the longest time is my iPod watch strap from iWatchz (from Paolo).
I think it’s the perfect mixture of class and style and it matches my style really well plus, it’s my music, time, pictures and PAPA JOE all in one! J [yes, I’m a die-hard Papa Joe fan. NO SHAME!]
What are your staple accessories?
xx,
Issa

What To Wear? Back To School Special

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Unfortunately, summer doesn’t last forever. Unless you live in a place where it’s summer all year round. But then, that would take the fun out of everything especially in terms of fashion.
I used to love the Philippines’ sunny-that-could-go-on-forever weather but (and I don’t know if it’s always been like this or if I just FINALLY started paying attention), I’m starting to love the shifts from summer to the rainy season. It allows me to go back to my first love, layering, leggings and BOOTS! Plus, I think we could all take a break from all the heat and the overload of bralets, midriffs and skimpy shorts. :>

And come the end of summer embarks the start of school for a lot of you young-ins and the nothing-to-look-forward-to’s for us boring, overworked oldies. L So for the youth, I’d like to share a few back to school tips of mine when getting ready for school and some back-to-school looks you can use especially when trying to make a first impression on the first day of school. I’m also including some make-up videos we shot 2 years ago (wow, time flies!) with Cebu Youtube   Make up Gurus Noe Villagee of colorismyweapon, Pearl of Doll Face Cosmetics and Janna of Makeup by Janz  also featuring Strawberry clothing– all whom I miss dearly!
ISSAPLEASE’S BACK TO SCHOOL TIPS:
–          Be aware of your school’s dress code [you don’t want to get locked out on the first day of school]
–          Dress to impress! [Class is always the key]
–          … And for the occasion
–          Go for comfort
–          Never be afraid to wear a smile
–          Always keep it simple while still making a statement
So here are my personal choices. Lemme know what you think!
What are your first day of school looks? Share them at: jeanlouiseperez@yahoo.com and get featured on issaplease.blogspot.com J
Good luck,
Issa

D’Pond: Don’t Teach A Man To Fish, He’s Old Enough. He Can Do It On His Own

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Snicker at the blog title.
Oh, fishthat you??


My family’s always been the pretty adventurous and outdoor loving kind. I lost my Chinese yellow when I moved to Cebu because they trained me to be a sun child at a very young age.
Aside from this, we’ve always had this fetish towards fishing.  In fact, a few months ago, we traveled down south in hopes of finding a new place to release our inner cavemen but ended up disappointed.
Since then, I made a vow to find a new place to fish and luckily, I did! And just in time for Mother’s day, too! So on that special day, I took my family (but mom still ended up paying for it. hehe) to a pretty little getaway in Yati, Liloan called D’Pond. I first found out about it when Paolo took me there because he knew how bad I wanted to fish. And since then, it’s been my favorite place to experience the great outdoors and you know, practice manual labor of having to catch my own food.

 

 
 
 
 
Can you imagine that we caught this much fish in less than 2 hours?? That’s what I call fisting daghana! (okaaay, enough of the fish jokes!)
 
 
 
What we loved so much about D’Pond (aside from the FREE WIFI) was how big the area which gave fishers a fair chance at catching their meals. This, and the fact that those fish were HUNGRY. We were literally flooded with fish!
 
 
After fishing, you can opt to either take home the fish or have it cooked there for Php 200+/ kilo depending on whether you catch Tilapias/ Langkeyas or Bangus. We caught  Bangus that day which cost us Php 241/ kilo + Php 99 for the cooking fee.
Their cooking is really good (take it from someone who hates fish) and you can choose to have it fried, sugba, tinola, sinigang or kilawed.
And in case you opt not to eat fish hanggang sawa, you can choose from a wide variety of other food like BLUEBERRY PANCAKES!
Plus, they don’t charge corkage either. Just in case you’d like to bring a few chips to munch on. Or lechon. Lechooon :p~
 
 
And in case fishing isn’t your thing, you can try boat riding, zip lining and other activities you can do ‘til your heart’s content.
So basically here’s what we spent for:
–          Cottage – P300.00
–          Fish – P 241/ kilo
–          Cooking Fee – P 99.00
–          Drinks – 59.00
–          Rice – P20.00
–          Fishing rods – FREE
–          Bait – FREE
 
Here’s what I wore:
 
Top: Men’s DIYed polo shirt| Shorts: BNY| Silver Flats: Old Navy| Headband: Goody
[introducing my weird kiat smile and un made up face!]
I was very smart about wearing white to go fishing. Oh well, I’m allowed to make a lot (some) of fashion mistakes.
 
Accessories: From my childhood friend in Canada, Rejoyce (Love you Joyce! Thank you :*) | Belt: Aizilym
For more information, you can contact D’Pond at for reservations and directions here:
(032)4069839
+639184782473 / 09333369386 

1 Word: Boots

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I am in love and I’m going to rub it in everyone’s face!!!!

Introducing my new pair of boots. I think I’m going to name them. Ok, it’s not so much of a thought as it is a fact because in fact, I have already named them. Say hello to Jimmy- after the fish I caught the other day at D’Pond (post coming soon).
Aren’t they lovely??
And a flying f*ch to anyone who thinks otherwise!
(Thanks, Eden for encouraging me to put this PG picture up. Still not as badass as you are, though. sigh)
Shades: Oakley c/o The III| Military Jacket: Thirfted| Floral dress: July| Stockings: Burlington|BOOTS: KICKS
I fell in love with these boots the milisecond I laid my 4 eyes on them. My sister and I walked right in front of them one Sunday afternoon while we were walking around SM Department Store because that place NEVER lets us down.
She and I have been looking for Doc Marten’s for the longest time but always felt that we would never be able to find them in Cebu and also, we’re broke. She’s 14 and I pay rent- I think that explains a lot.
However, these are not Doc Marten’s but they’re pretty close to the real thing for a quarter the price. I got these babies for P800.00- talk about a steal.
They’re actually 2 sizes too big for me but they’re my sisters’ size and we decided on sharing them. You read that right, I’m a size 5 and she’s a 7. I’m glad I got them a size bigger though cuz they’re not to stuffy to put on and walk around in.
What do you think? Check out KICKS here and get your own pair!
xx,
Issa, please

I’ve Got My Eye On You

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Can you guess what this is?

It’s my awesome necklace, of course!
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If you’ve seen this weird awesome necklace before, it was probably on this post.
Yep, Justinne & I purchased it during our second When Food & Fashion Meet whilst scouring the streets of Colon! It was an unlikely find but apparently, eye accessories are in! If they aren’t, then I’m glad to be one of the few queer enough to try and pull it off.
Here’s what I wore with it:
Necklace: Aizilym Ent.| Neon green sweater: Thrifted| Dress: Terranova| Booties: Thirfted| Watch: iWatchz
I decided to take a picture of my friend, Janne’s, headphones because I felt that it made a pretty cool accessory for this outfit. I’m in love with these headphones and you will hardly see me walking around my building without me in them.
I’m a pretty basic girl and black headphones pretty much describe my entire personality: pretty dull but deadly. But then again, black isn’t really dull… and I’m not either. 😉
Now I have 4 eyes. Get it, get it? hekhek. I overwhelm myself in funny sometimes.

I got the inspiration to wear a sweater over a dress after watching Chriselle of thechrisellefactor‘s take on wearing 1 dress in 5 ways. I don’t usually like copying getting inspiration from other bloggers style (I’d like to believe I’m totally original like that. not) but it was just so cute and well, I had a dress like hers so I couldn’t resist! Of course, her looks are so much cooler but I’d like to think I added my own twist to my knocked off imitation. Check out her video here:
What do you think?

I think I’d like to do something like this. Maybe I’ll wear this dress again once I get my laundry back. Or maybe I’ll just learn how to wash my own clothes. Whatever comes first.
Love you all!
Issa, please